Marian Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Marian Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		38 33.2 N,9 40 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 38.553333
  • Longitude: -9.666667
Water Depth 560 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARIAN
Type motor vessel
Flag CY
Length 139.3 m
Width 18 m
Draught 11.6
Tonnage 8086
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo cement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 27, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Jan 15, 2020

Surveying Details

30.3.76 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 383100N, 093800W. (LL, 30.3.76) NCA, PLOTS IN 500MTRS. 31.3.76 SANK IN ABOUT 1290FMS. (LL, 31.3.76) 7.4.76 SANK 12.6M FROM CABO RASO, IN 560MTRS NOT 1290FMS. (LL, 7.4.76) H2765/69 3.5.78 NDW REPD IN 383312N, 094000W. (LISBON NM 98/78) PRESUMED TO BE THE MARIAN. 27.10.78 SHOWN ON PORTUGUESE 5. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

30.3.76 BADLY HOLED AFTER RUNNING AGROUND ON LEAVING LISBON & TAKEN IN TOW AWAY FROM COAST. SUBSEQUENTLY SUNK OFF CASCAIS, 12.5M FROM CABO RASO. NO CASUALTIES. VESSEL, BUILT 1954, AND OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY EXPLORER MARITIME SHIPPING CO., WAS EN-ROUTE ROSTOCK TO THE GULF. (LL, 30.3.76 & MSD)

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FAQ

Where is the MARIAN wreck located?

The MARIAN wreck is located at coordinates 38 33.2 N,9 40 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MARIAN?

The seabed around the MARIAN lies at approximately 560 meters deep.

When did the MARIAN sink?

The MARIAN sank on Mar 27, 1976.

When was the wreck of the MARIAN discovered?

The wreck of the MARIAN was discovered in 1976.

What country did the MARIAN belong to?

The MARIAN belonged to CY.

What cargo was the MARIAN carrying?

The MARIAN was carrying cement.

What was the tonnage of the MARIAN?

The MARIAN had a tonnage of 8086 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARIAN?

The MARIAN is classified as a motor vessel.

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